Mamdani surges in new poll, leading Cuomo for first time in New York mayor’s race
The former governor has topped every voter survey since entering the race, but the democratic socialist is gaining on him.
“… The
survey, conducted by Public Policy Polling for Democrat Justin Brannan’s city comptroller campaign, found Mamdani beating Cuomo 35 percent to 31 percent — a difference that is narrowly within the 4.1 percent margin of error.
[Other polling shows Cuomo with a lead of 2-12 points head to head, but more than two candidates are running]
… What was once a long-shot candidacy by the 33-year-old candidate has evolved into a competitive effort to lead the nation’s largest city.
Cuomo has
sharpened his attacks against Mamdani in recent days by questioning his thin resume and ability to lead a complex city government. The two will face off in another debate Thursday night.…”